Editor’s note: This article was originally published under the title “Filipinos in Australia Deplore ARMM Elections Postponement.” The correct title should be “Global Filipinos Australia deplores ARMM elections postponement” By TheFilipinoAustralian.com Global Filipinos Australia president Lolita Farmer OAM issued June 24 a statement deploring the postponement of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) election.…
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Postponing Elections in ARMM, A Political Payback Says Election Watchdog
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
Reportedly, there are a number of individuals allied with Malacañang lobbying to be appointed as officers-in-charge (OICs) for ARMM. Among those alleged to be aspiring for an appointment are losing Basilan gubernatorial candidate, former Anak Mindanao Rep. Mujiv Hataman, Akbayan head Ronald Llamas and Presidential Adviser on Peace Process Teresita Deles.